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Lenovo: The Next Level in Leadership

By Stewart Black,  Allen J. Morrison
Published 26 Feb 2020
Reference 6571
Topic Leadership & Organisations
Industry Information Technology and Services
Region Asia
Length 16 page(s)
Language English
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Summary

Lenovo origins date back to 1984 in China. Over time it became the number one PC company in the world. It now seeks to transform and become not just a PC maker but a solution provider to enterprises undergoing digital transformation. The chief HR officer must decide how she will ensure that Lenovo has enough competent leaders to ensure its successful transformation.

Teaching objectives

This case is designed to help illustrate the general challenges of transforming from a product to solution provider in the IT industry with a specific focus on determining what type of leaders will be needed and how to develop those leaders.

Keywords
  • Organizational transformation
  • Digital transformation
  • Solution provider
  • Leadership development
  • Globalisation
  • Organisational change
About the authors
Black

Stewart Black

Morrison

Allen J. Morrison


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